Paul Wagner picked as new Columbia Board of Education member

By Ryan Shiner

Published September 4, 2026 3:25 PM

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

The Columbia Board of Education unanimously picked Paul Wagner to become its newest member during its Thursday meeting.

Five people filed to hold the seat formerly held by Jeanne Snodgrass, who stepped down in July because she is moving.

The other finalist was Erica Perry.

Wagner will be sworn in on Monday, Sept. 14.

Article Topic Follows: Columbia Public Schools

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